Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  OR - Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/17/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN with an active IL license and Level 1 Trauma Center expertise.

• Position is in the Operating Room at a Level 1 Trauma Center
• Work scheduled as 5x8 hour day shifts from 10:00 to 18:30
• Every other weekend required, totaling two weekends per month
• One 12-hour call shift per month, on Saturday or Sunday (7A-7P or 7P-7A), no weekday call
• Mandatory floating to other units or Cook facilities within 50 miles as needed
• Patient population includes ortho, ortho trauma, vascular, urology, and general surgery cases
• Cerner EMR is used
• Navy blue scrubs are provided
• Team-based model used if floated outside of primary competency
• Lab work must be completed within 72 hours of offer acceptance
• No holiday RTO will be approved, and no RTO is granted the day before or after a holiday
• Maximum 5 days RTO allowed, with no more than 2 consecutive days; no RTO on weekends
• First time travelers will be considered

• Active IL RN license is required; pending licenses are not accepted
• Current BLS certification required
• At least 2 years of recent acute care Operating Room experience required
• Level 1 Trauma Center experience required
• Strong scrub and circulate skills required
• Experience with ortho, ortho trauma, vascular, urology, and general surgery required
• Preferred experience in neurosurgery (crani and spine), open heart/thoracic, ophthalmology, ENT, bariatric, and gynecology
• Proof of COVID vaccination required; booster not required
• Candidates must live within 75 miles of the facility

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-662181. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Operating Room

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.